Bible cross puzzle: Ezra, Nehemiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, and Daniel
Crossword puzzle from Sacred Scripture
Draws on material in chapters 10, 12, 14, and 17 of Discovering the Bible by,
Alex Varughese
Challenge: Can you solve this puzzle even if you do not have the book by
Varughese?
ACROSS
- 3 -- Son of Iddo mentioned by Ezra as a prophet
- 6 -- A prophet who lived in Exile in Babylon and who had some strange visions,
including one involving a valley of dry bones and another a "wheel within a wheel"
- 7 -- The man whom God protected in the lions' den in Babylon. The document in
the Bible which bears his name has some End-Times prophetic visions
DOWN
- 1 -- Persian king who let the Jewish Exiles go home and rebuild the Temple in
Jerusalem
- 2 -- A foreign king's "cup-bearer" who returned to Jerusalem to become its governor
and oversee the rebuilding of its defensive walls
- 4 -- Prophet mentioned in Ezra's book
- 5 -- Jewish priest and scribe who was instrumental in aiding the return of the Exiles
and in re-instituting the public reading of the Book of the Law of God.
This crossword puzzle was created for use in the course Introduction to Biblical Literature.
The words and clues come from the textbook Discovering the Bible: Story and Faith of the
Biblical Communities edited by Alex Varughese and published by Beacon Hill Press of
Kansas City, now called The Foundry.
-- Howard Culbertson,
Bible reading for this assignment: Daniel 1-6; Ezekiel 1-4, 8, 6, 37; Ezra 1, 3-7; Nehemiah
1-5, 8, 9; Psalms 1-2, 22, 51, 118, 137-138, 150
Lessons from Ezra, Nehemiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, and Daniel
- Restoration and Rebuilding: Both Ezra and
Nehemiah focus on the restoration and rebuilding of Jerusalem and the Temple after the
Babylonian exile. This theme emphasizes the importance of renewal, perseverance, and
faithfulness in times of hardship.
- Divine Providence: Throughout these five books,
there's a recurring theme of God's providential care and guidance over His people. Despite facing
challenges and opposition, individuals like Ezra, Nehemiah, and Daniel trust in God's sovereignty
and leading.
- Prayer and Worship: The Psalms, Ezra, Nehemiah,
and Daniel all emphasize the importance of prayer and worship in the life of believers. They
illustrate various forms of prayer, including praise, confession, lament, and intercession,
highlighting the intimate relationship between God and His people.
- Faithfulness in Exile: Ezekiel and Daniel offer
insights into maintaining faithfulness to God even in the midst of exile and foreign captivity. They
encourage perseverance, obedience, and trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem
bleak.
- Prophecy and Vision: Ezekiel and Daniel contain
vivid visions and prophetic messages about the future of God's people and the ultimate triumph of
His kingdom. These books inspire hope and confidence in God's ultimate plan for redemption and
restoration.
- Leadership and Service: Ezra, Nehemiah, and Daniel
exemplify qualities of leadership, courage, and service to God and His people. Their stories
encourage believers to stand firm in their convictions, to lead with integrity, and to seek the
welfare of others.
Bible book overviews and meditations
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